2006 Ascari A10 vs. 1999 Alfa Romeo 166
To start off, 2006 Ascari A10 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Alfa Romeo 166. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ascari A10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ascari A10 (625 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 399 more horse power than 1999 Alfa Romeo 166. (226 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ascari A10 should accelerate faster than 1999 Alfa Romeo 166. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 230 kg more than 2006 Ascari A10.
Because 2006 Ascari A10 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Ascari A10. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo 166, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Ascari A10 (560 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alfa Romeo 166. (275 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Ascari A10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Alfa Romeo 166.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ascari A10 | 1999 Alfa Romeo 166 | |
Make | Ascari | Alfa Romeo |
Model | A10 | 166 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4941 cc | 2959 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 625 HP | 226 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 560 Nm | 275 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 72.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 346 km/hour | 243 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 2.8 seconds | 7.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1852 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1138 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2636 mm | 2710 mm |